Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries Driving Innovation and Growth

Visionaries Driving Innovation and Agricultural Robotics The Next Green Workforce The Rise of Vertical Farming CEO, Qualitas Global Feeding Cities from Within Neville Patel Crafting the Foundations of Thoughtful AI

FROM THE EDITOR Harvesting Tomorrow Managing Editor with Minds That Ryan Parker Plant Innovation nce upon a field, agriculture was instinct. The ADDRESS: Art and Design Head farmer watched the skies, trusted the soil, and hoped O for rain. Seasons shaped survival, and hands did the Business Minds Media Tech LLC. Mia Jones heavy lifting. But the soil, while ancient, has always been 5830 E 2nd St, Ste 7000 open to change. From oxen to engine, and now from drone to data, the story of farming has never stood still. What once Business Development Managers #13042, Casper, depended on weather now leans on WiFi. Sensors whisper Wyoming 82609 United States what roots cannot say. Algorithms trace patterns in the yield Jason Trent, Stacy Walker long before harvest begins. Agriculture has traded guesswork for precision, and at the helm of this transformation are visionaries who see beyond crops; they see systems. Executives This edition of the magazine celebrates those minds—the Oliver Fischer Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries—who are not just building tools, but rewriting the blueprint of how we grow, distribute, info@businessmindsmedia.com and sustain food. These are the pioneers turning greenfields Marketing Manager +44 20 4577 4296 +1 307 224 9596 into codefields, transforming barns into labs, and proving that innovation doesn't have to arrive in a briefcase—it can Basma Al Qureshi wear muddy boots, too. The motive behind this edition is simple: recognition with Technical Head purpose. We believe these thinkers and doers deserve more FOLLOW US ON: than applause—they deserve amplification. Their work Anna Turner impacts food security, climate resilience, rural prosperity, and urban nutrition. By spotlighting their journeys, we hope Ryan parker to inspire more cross-pollination between sectors—science, Digital Marketing Manager policy, entrepreneurship, and grassroots practice. Kevin Thompson Because the future of agriculture isn't buried in the soil—it's - Managing Editor encoded in decisions we make now. From vertical farms to AI-powered tractors, from seed genetics to smart irrigation, Circulation Manager the next harvest will be grown not just by weather patterns but by bold thinking. And if these ten visionaries are any indication, the harvest ahead looks abundant—not just in Sarah Lopez food, but in hope. Account Harry Wood

Table of CONTENT Profiles Giftreeng Innovations & Agritech Pvt. Ltd. Designing the Future of Indoor Gardening 22 Shunya Agritech Reinventing Animal Nutrition 32 for India's Dairy Farmers Articles Agricultural Robotics The Next Green Workforce 16 06 Cover Feeding Cities from Within The Rise of Vertical Farming Story 26 Crafting the Foundations of Thoughtful AI

Neville Patel Crafting the Foundations of Thoughtful AI CEO, Qualitas Global Cover Story The word 'Qualitas' means quality—and that wasn't a branding exercise. It was a promise to ourselves before we ever made one to our clients. 06 07 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries Driving Innovation and Growth rtificial Intelligence may be data could be cleaned, annotated, and that the future of AI would belong to driven by code, but its greatest structured with precision, it could serve those who could master both. potential lies in how well it as the foundation for smarter A understands the real world. Behind algorithms and, ultimately, more From Outsourcing to Innovation every smart algorithm is a mess of raw, intelligent enterprises. Partner unstructured data—images, audio, text, movement—waiting to be interpreted. His early collaborations played a When Neville first founded Qualitas And while AI often grabs the spotlight, critical role in shaping the direction of Global, the vision was clear: to help it's the less glamorous work of Qualitas Global. By working closely businesses operate more efficiently by structuring, annotating, and validating with data scientists in Germany and becoming a trusted outsourcing ally. that makes real intelligence possible. leading strategic projects with a The name “Qualitas,” meaning quality, This field demands precision, foresight, Fortune 3 company, Neville gained not was a deliberate choice—reflecting a and a deep understanding of both just global exposure, but invaluable deep commitment to excellence from machines and the humans they aim to insights into the nuances of AI day one. serve. deployment. These partnerships revealed the importance of data quality Over time, as digital transformation Neville Patel saw that potential long and annotation accuracy, showing how accelerated, Neville realized the before it became popular. While others even the most sophisticated AI models company's future lay not just in admired AI from a distance, he rolled were only as good as the data they supporting operations but in actively up his sleeves and began laying the were built on. shaping innovation. This shift groundwork for something lasting. catalyzed a strategic evolution. From a Through Qualitas Global, he's built Through these experiences, Neville traditional outsourcing firm, Qualitas more than a tech company—he's embedded a culture of precision and Global transformed into a cutting-edge cultivated a center of excellence that scalability into the company's DNA. player in data annotation, data fuses data science with real-world He understood early on that innovation collection, and AI consulting. relevance. meant nothing without execution—and In 2014, while much of the world still regarded Artificial Intelligence as a distant frontier—largely theoretical or restricted to elite research hubs—Neville saw something different. For him, AI wasn't a future concept; it was a present opportunity. He recognized it as a bridge between untapped data and real-world impact, with the potential to transform industries that had long resisted I didn't want to build just another disruption. outsourcing firm. I wanted to build Neville's entry into the AI and ML something that could shape the space wasn't marked by a singular breakthrough, but by a series of intelligence layer of tomorrow's consistent observations drawn from technologies. years of experience in global operations and outsourcing. He noticed a glaring inefficiency: businesses were sitting on mountains of raw data, yet lacked the systems and expertise to convert it into actionable intelligence. This realization sparked a belief—if 08 09 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

Today, the company is deeply Inclusivity rounds out the core values. objectivity, and their scrutiny upholds embedded in sectors ranging from With clients and teams spanning the world-class standard that clients autonomous mobility and AgriTech to continents, embracing diverse voices have come to expect from Qualitas sports analytics, medical diagnostics, isn't just about ethics—it's strategic. Global. and security. Their team doesn't just Neville believes that varied label data—they interpret it, validate it, perspectives lead to more robust Cultivating Talent Through and empower global clients to turn discussions and better-designed Curiosity and Ownership information into intelligence. solutions, making inclusivity a competitive advantage as well as a In an industry where precision, What Neville finds most fulfilling is cultural cornerstone. adaptability, and continuous learning witnessing real-world impact. Whether are non-negotiable, Neville has enabling precision agriculture through Precision in Every Pixel redefined how talent is identified, drone-based AI or helping athletes trained, and retained at Qualitas unlock peak performance through Processing over 400 million datasets Global. Rather than relying on biomechanics analysis, Qualitas Global with 99%+ accuracy is no small traditional hiring metrics like degrees has moved far beyond being a backend feat—and at Qualitas Global, it's the or polished resumes, he focuses on vendor. It now stands as a strategic result of a system designed for potential—seeking individuals who partner at the forefront of innovation. precision from the ground up. Neville demonstrate sharp aptitude, insatiable credits this consistency to a three- curiosity, and a genuine ability to The Values That Shape Every pronged strategy: rigorous training, adapt. Decision layered quality control, and independent auditing. Once new hires are brought on board, At the heart of Qualitas Global lies a the “Qualitas Edge” internal learning culture grounded in integrity, First, the company ensures that every academy becomes the engine of their innovation, and inclusivity—principles annotator is deeply trained in the growth. This in-house program offers that Neville both models and embeds domain they're working within. role-specific training modules, access across the organization. Whether it's automotive LIDAR scans to seasoned global mentors, and or satellite imagery of farmlands, certification tracks in artificial Integrity is non-negotiable. In a sector domain-specific onboarding—with intelligence, machine learning, and where ethical dilemmas are frequent, case studies and hands-on domain expertise. It transforms recruits Neville ensures the company operates exercises—is mandatory. This attention into specialists capable of contributing with full transparency, whether dealing to context ensures that annotations are meaningfully to complex projects with clients, employees, or not only accurate but meaningful. across diverse industries. collaborators. He has even walked away from high-revenue projects that Second, the quality control process is But retaining top talent requires more didn't align with the company's ethical multi-tiered. Every piece of annotated than training—it demands an framework, underscoring his belief that data passes through several environment that empowers. Neville trust holds more long-term value than checkpoints: peer reviews, validator has built a culture centered on profit. approvals, and a dedicated QA team. “intrapreneurship,” where employees Neville likens the process to NASA's are encouraged to take initiative, lead micro-projects, and pitch new ideas. Innovation fuels the company's approach—every calculation is Many of the company's most effective progress. Neville has created an verified, every assumption double- checked before delivery. tools and process innovations were environment where curiosity thrives, born from these internal initiatives, encouraging everyone—from interns to senior engineers—to question norms Finally, an independent audit unit plays giving team members a strong sense of and propose bold ideas. Regular a critical role. Operating outside the ownership and pride in the company's knowledge-sharing sessions keep the delivery chain, this team conducts evolution. team sharp and inspired, ensuring that randomized evaluations and experimentation is not just allowed, but benchmarks them against gold celebrated. standards. Their autonomy ensures 010 011 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

Standing Apart Through Depth and tuning, synthetic data creation, and rich health issues, offering farmers the Agility contextual annotation—specifically ability to intervene before minor tailored for clients developing their problems escalate into yield losses. While the global AI services market own LLMs or industry-specific AI grows increasingly crowded, Neville agents. Federated learning is opening new has carved out a distinct space for doors in privacy-first AI—an especially Qualitas Global by championing two In AgriTech, for instance, Qualitas is critical development for sectors like core differentiators: domain-specific helping design AI models that advise healthcare and security, where data depth and client-first flexibility. farmers in regional languages, drawing sensitivity and regulatory constraints from real-time weather, soil, and are paramount. By allowing machine Where many annotation firms approach historical yield data. This isn't simply learning models to train across tasks with a one-size-fits-all mindset, translation—it's a fusion of linguistic decentralized datasets without moving Neville's teams go deep. Every nuance and domain intelligence, the data itself, Qualitas Global can vertical—whether AgriTech, sports something Neville and his team are develop intelligent solutions without analytics, or cybersecurity—is treated uniquely positioned to deliver. To compromising client privacy. as its own specialized universe. To support these next-gen models, the deliver accurate and context-rich company has expanded into And then there's edge AI—the domain annotations, the company integrates multilingual annotation, conversational where real-time meets low-bandwidth subject-matter experts directly into the AI, and multimodal training datasets environments. From tracking traffic data workflow: agronomists, that combine voice, text, and image flow in urban spaces to monitoring biomechanical analysts, and former data. livestock behavior in remote fields, cybersecurity professionals work side Neville's team is building lightweight, by side with data teams to ensure Equally important to Neville is responsive models capable of annotations reflect real-world ensuring these powerful technologies functioning on devices with limited expertise. are deployed ethically and responsibly. connectivity. For him, it's this seamless Qualitas Global actively consults blend of speed, intelligence, and On the other end of the spectrum, clients on bias mitigation, hallucination adaptability that signals the true power flexibility defines how the company control, and the avoidance of ethical of applied AI. engages with clients. When approached blind spots in generative models. For with unconventional challenges—such Neville, it's not just about building as annotating underwater sonar data for smarter AI—it's about building Decoding Complexity with the Triad aquaculture or processing voice inputs accountable AI that clients and end- Method in lesser-known regional users can trust. dialects—Neville's answer is rarely no. Working across domains like sports Instead, his teams design custom analytics, autonomous vehicles, workflows tailored to client needs, Embracing the Frontier of AI AgriTech, and security, Neville ensuring seamless integration with Innovation understands that domain-specific their systems. This blend of technical annotation is more than a technical agility and niche expertise has Neville is particularly energized by task—it's a strategic art form. To tackle positioned Qualitas Global as a trusted three emerging trends in the AI/ML this challenge, he has developed what partner for some of the world's most space: Vision Transformers (ViTs), he calls the “Triad Method”: Expertise, federated learning, and real-time edge advanced AI teams. Empathy, and Execution. AI. These aren't just theoretical breakthroughs—they're technologies First comes Expertise. For every Expanding Horizons in the Age of that his team at Qualitas Global is industry vertical, Qualitas Global Generative AI actively applying to real-world partners with real-world challenges. professionals—be it cricket coaches, With the global rise of Generative AI ViTs, for instance, have transformed auto mechanics, agronomists, or and Large Language Models (LLMs), how the company approaches aerial cybersecurity consultants—to build Neville has steered Qualitas Global imagery analysis. In agricultural use custom domain knowledge bases. This into a new phase of innovation. The cases, these models enable the ensures that the data annotation firm now offers services in prompt detection of minute, early-stage crop 012 013 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

process is rooted in real use-case clients are focused on GDPR that demand, Neville's team developed 2. Edge AI and IoT Integration longer a task; it's an essential The Human Drive Behind AI relevance, not assumptions. compliance and data sovereignty. In real-time annotation pipelines and low- The proliferation of sensors, component of continuous learning and the US, the emphasis is on scale, latency video tagging systems, cameras, and embedded devices is system refinement. For Neville, the true motivation behind Next is Empathy. Neville ensures that speed, and tailored solutions. In India, allowing coaches and performance pushing AI out of the cloud and founding and leading Qualitas Global his teams are not only trained in how to there's a surge in demand for AI analysts to make immediate decisions into the field. Neville sees Growing with Depth, Direction, and isn't just about business—it's about annotate, but also in why the data applications in agriculture, logistics, during games or training. immense opportunity in building Integrity building something meaningful. What matters. Understanding why a bowler's and automation. By understanding low-latency, offline models for keeps him energized is the joy of arm angle impacts swing trajectory or each market's unique pulse, Neville Together, these contrasting worlds smart greenhouses, wildlife Looking ahead, Neville has defined creation: knowing that his team isn't why certain soil patterns are more ensures that Qualitas Global doesn't shaped Neville's unique approach to tracking, irrigation systems, and three strategic priorities for Qualitas simply providing services, but helping disease-prone gives annotators the just serve clients—it integrates strategy: systems must be stable beyond. Global over the next 12 to 24 shape an industry in real time. context to work smarter and more seamlessly into their vision. enough for enterprise demands yet 3. Specialized LLMs for Vertical months—each aimed at building long- intuitively. agile enough for time-sensitive AI term value for clients and employees Whether it's enabling a farmer to Lessons from the Global Arena execution. This balance now defines General-purpose large language alike: protect a season's yield, helping an Finally, Execution blends automation how Qualitas Global scales and adapts models are just the beginning. athlete prevent injury through with human insight. For Neville, truly Neville's experience working with on the global stage. Neville envisions a future where 1. Technological Expansion advanced performance data, or effective annotation demands both Fortune 500 companies and elite global domain-specific LLMs—trained The company plans to launch a supporting a startup as they fast-track precision and nuance—something only sports franchises has had a defining Powering the Next Wave of Applied on agriculture manuals, scientific SaaS-based annotation and to market—these tangible, real-world possible when technical workflows are influence on Qualitas Global's growth Intelligence literature, or technical logs—will validation suite, tailored for key outcomes are what fuel his sense of enhanced by deep understanding. It's strategy. From Fortune 500 clients, he power hyper-intelligent tools for verticals like AgriTech, sports purpose. It's impact, not metrics, that this human-in-the-loop strategy that learned the critical importance of When asked about the next wave of industries like farming, logistics, analytics, and automotive AI. The drives him. transforms data into insight. scalability, documentation, and AI/ML innovation, Neville points to and healthcare. platform will include features like reliability. These corporations demand three key growth areas over the next AI-assisted pre-annotation, quality When asked what advice he'd offer to Global Reach, Local Relevance more than service—they require five years: Real-Time Intelligence in Action benchmarking, and compliance- aspiring entrepreneurs in AI, ML, or partners who are proactive, compliant, driven audit trails. tech services, Neville's guidance is With operations now spanning the US, and consistent. In response, Neville 1. AI in Agriculture To prepare for the future of real-time 2. Global Partnerships rooted in clarity and humility. Europe, and India, Neville leads a introduced Six Sigma workflows, With precision farming, automated AI, Neville has led the development of Neville is forging alliances with company that thrives on both global rigorous audit trails, and process pest detection, and autonomous what he calls “Real-Time Intelligence drone manufacturers, sensor “Don't chase hype,” he often says. To diversity and local precision. standardization that meets the highest machinery becoming the norm, AI Infrastructure” within Qualitas Global. technology innovators, and him, artificial intelligence and machine Managing across geographies brings its global benchmarks. is revolutionizing AgriTech. AgriTech disruptors. These learning aren't buzzwords—they're share of challenges—time zones, legal Climate volatility has only At its core is Q-Labeler Live, an partnerships will help create tools meant to solve real problems. frameworks, cultural By contrast, his work with sports accelerated the need for predictive internal platform designed for ultra- bundled solutions—where AI Entrepreneurs, he believes, should expectations—but for Neville, the franchises required an entirely different analytics, positioning AI as not fast, frame-by-frame annotation meets hardware—positioning focus on identifying genuine pain opportunities far outweigh the pace. In elite sports, data isn't simply just a growth driver—but a optimized for streaming data. Whether Qualitas Global as the data points and build solutions that work, complexities. analyzed post-match—it's consumed survival tool. it's a drone surveying hundreds of acres backbone for next-gen field scale, and deliver value—not just those and acted upon in real time. To meet for early signs of drought, or a intelligence. that sound impressive. One of the greatest challenges, he surveillance camera flagging irregular 3. Talent Development notes, is alignment. Ensuring that team motion, the system enables real-time The company's internal learning He also underscores the importance of members across continents feel tagging with speed and accuracy. academy will expand to train 500 surrounding oneself with smart, passionate people. Hire for attitude, connected to the same mission requires new AI specialists, with a sharp train for expertise, and never more than weekly updates. Qualitas Neville has also invested in training focus on domain-centric annotation. Neville is also underestimate the power of a curious Global has invested heavily in teams for time-critical scenarios. asynchronous communication tools, introducing leadership pathways to mind. According to Neville, listening Annotators now work on tools cross-border training, and virtual town help young talent transition into more than speaking is a crucial specifically built for edge use cases, Integrity isn't a value we put halls—interactive spaces where teams where every second matters. strategic roles, ensuring the next skill—and humility remains a founder's from Pune, Berlin, and San Francisco Additionally, the company collaborates generation is equipped not only to most valuable trait, especially in a field on the wall—it's a decision we can ideate and align in real time, closely with clients' MLOps teams to execute—but to lead. evolving as rapidly as AI. despite physical distance. create feedback loops—ensuring make every time we say no to model performance directly improves For Neville, the mission is clear: don't a shortcut. 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Agricultural Robotics The Next nce imagined as science • Labor Shortages: Many countries fiction, robots have now rolled face severe farm labor gaps due to O into the heart of our aging rural populations, urban farms—planting seeds, harvesting migration, and restrictions on crops, and scanning soil with a level of migrant labor. Robots offer a precision that even the most consistent, scalable solution. experienced human hands can't match. • Sustainability Demands: Robotic Welcome to the era of agricultural systems enable precision robotics—a technological evolution agriculture, which minimizes poised to redefine the workforce that waste, reduces chemical usage, feeds the world. and optimizes resource efficiency—essential for As climate pressures mount, labor sustainable farming. • Higher Productivity: Machines shortages worsen, and the demand for food rises globally, the agriculture don't tire, don't take breaks, and can operate 24/7. This leads to sector faces a trifecta of challenges. Yet amid these hurdles emerges a new kind faster, more accurate, and often cheaper operations. of labor force: one powered not by sweat and muscle, but by sensors, AI, • Data-Driven Decision-Making: Modern robots are not just and automation. Agricultural robots are not just transforming how we mechanical—they're intelligent. They collect and analyze data in farm—they are becoming the next green workforce. real time, giving farmers actionable insights into crop Why Robots Are Taking Root in health, soil quality, pest outbreaks, and more. Agriculture Meet the Machines: Types of Agriculture has long been considered one of the least digitized industries. Agricultural Robots But today, technological advancements and economic pressures are catalyzing Agricultural robots (or “agribots”) come in many forms, each tailored to rapid change. A few major factors are accelerating the adoption of solve specific farming challenges. Here are some of the key categories shaping agricultural robotics: the green workforce: 016 016 017 017 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

1. Autonomous Tractors & Benefits Beyond the Field The Human-Robot Partnership n an era where digital into occupancy rates, rental income visibility into the performance of their Harvesters The implications of robotic farming transformation is reshaping trends, and maintenance assets. Dashboards offer real-time Self-driving tractors equipped with extend far beyond productivity gains. Rather than replacing farmers, the rise I industries across the board, the costs—enabling smarter, data-driven reports on rent collections, GPS, LiDAR, and AI vision Here's how agricultural robotics is of agribots signals a shift in human property management sector is no decisions that maximize profitability. maintenance issues, lease expirations, reshaping the broader food ecosystem: systems are revolutionizing field roles. The farmer of tomorrow won't exception. Smart property and financials—reducing the need for preparation and harvesting. These just manage soil and seeds—they'll management, powered by emerging IoT and Smart Building Technology constant back-and-forth and fostering machines can plow, sow, and reap Reduced Environmental Impact: manage systems, analyze data, and technologies like the Internet of Things trust in the property manager's with little or no human Targeted application of water, optimize tech. In this new model, (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and IoT devices are playing a pivotal role accountability. intervention, navigating terrain fertilizers, and pesticides lowers runoff, robots handle the repetitive, physically cloud-based platforms, is becoming the in enhancing the efficiency and and optimizing routes with pollution, and resource waste. demanding tasks, freeing up human new standard. These tools are not only responsiveness of property In multi-property or corporate settings, pinpoint accuracy. Improved Crop Quality: Real-time talent for strategic, high-impact improving operational efficiency but management. Smart thermostats, such transparency can be critical in monitoring and precision harvesting decisions. also enhancing transparency for motion detectors, water leak sensors, maintaining stakeholder confidence 2. Weeding and Spraying Robots contribute to higher-quality yields with Instead of blanket pesticide fewer losses. This isn't the end of farming as we tenants, landlords, and property and energy monitoring systems can be and ensuring compliance with spraying, smart robots use cameras Enhanced Food Security: Automation know it—it's a reinvention. Robotics managers alike. As expectations for integrated into building infrastructure regulatory or corporate governance and AI to identify individual helps ensure consistent food supply, opens the door for more educated, accountability, responsiveness, and to optimize energy usage, reduce utility standards. weeds and apply herbicides only even amid workforce disruptions or tech-savvy talent to enter the real-time access grow, technology is costs, and prevent costly damage. where needed, or mechanically extreme weather events. agricultural sector, breathing new life proving to be a vital partner in driving AI-Powered Insights and Predictive remove them altogether. This Data-Driven Innovation: Continuous into an aging industry. long-term success in property For instance, smart HVAC systems can Maintenance drastically cuts down chemical use data collection enables long-term management. adjust temperatures based on and promotes eco-friendly improvements in crop genetics, yield Conclusion occupancy patterns, while leak Artificial Intelligence is another game- practices. forecasting, and market planning. Redefining Efficiency Through detection sensors can alert managers in changer. AI-driven analytics can Agricultural robotics is no longer a Automation real time before minor leaks turn into predict tenant turnover, optimize 3. Planting and Seeding Drones Challenges on the Path to Adoption futuristic vision—it's a present-day major repairs. Smart locks and video pricing strategies based on market Drones and ground robots now Despite the promising outlook, several solution to the evolving challenges of Traditionally, property management doorbells enhance security and provide trends, and even identify high-risk obstacles must be addressed before handle seeding operations, farming. These machines may not wear particularly in reforestation and agricultural robots become truly boots or sweat under the sun, but involved numerous manual tenants with convenient, keyless entry tenants through credit scoring mainstream: high-density planting scenarios. they're plowing a path toward a more tasks—handling tenant applications, and remote access control. algorithms. Chatbots powered by AI Some can shoot seed pods directly resilient, efficient, and sustainable food responding to maintenance requests, are being deployed to handle tenant into the soil, a method known as High Upfront Costs: Advanced system. scheduling inspections, and collecting These tools not only contribute to queries 24/7, improving responsiveness “aerial reforestation.” robotics systems can be prohibitively rent. These processes were not only operational savings but also improve while reducing workload on staff. expensive for small and mid-sized As the global green workforce takes a time-consuming but also prone to error tenant satisfaction—offering modern 4. Harvesting Robots farms. new shape, it won't be just hands in the and miscommunication. With the conveniences that align with today's Predictive maintenance—using Harvesting delicate crops like Technical Complexity: Operating, soil—it'll be circuits, code, and advent of property management digitally connected lifestyles. machine learning to forecast equipment strawberries, apples, or tomatoes maintaining, and troubleshooting collaborative intelligence shaping the software, these tasks are now being failure before it happens—is requires a gentle robots require new skillsets and future of food. automated and streamlined. Enhancing Transparency and Trust revolutionizing how properties are touch—something robots are now training. maintained. Instead of relying on mastering. Using machine vision Infrastructure Barriers: Reliable Cloud-based platforms like Buildium, scheduled checks or reactive fixes, and robotic arms, these harvesters internet connectivity and power pick only ripe produce without sources are still lacking in many rural AppFolio, and Propertyware allow One of the most significant benefits of smart systems analyze sensor data to damaging the plant or neighboring areas. smart property management is managers to centralize operations, alert managers about potential issues, fruit. Crop-Specific Limitations: Robots are reducing paperwork and increasing increased transparency. Tenants today allowing them to intervene early. This more effective with uniform crops like productivity. Routine processes such as expect clear communication, timely not only extends the life of critical 5. Crop and Soil Monitoring Bots lettuce or corn. Irregular, delicate, or rent reminders, late fee notifications, updates, and access to information at systems but also minimizes downtime Robots equipped with sensors and deeply rooted crops still pose lease renewals, and maintenance their fingertips. Through tenant portals and tenant inconvenience. cameras scan fields to analyze challenges. scheduling can now be automated, and mobile apps, renters can now view plant health, detect diseases, and Regulatory & Ethical Concerns: freeing up managers to focus on value- payment histories, lodge maintenance The Human Touch Remains Vital assess soil moisture or nutrient Questions around job displacement, added tasks like tenant engagement requests, and communicate directly levels. These bots often work in data privacy, and algorithmic bias are and asset optimization. with property managers without While technology has significantly tandem with AI software, offering rising as automation spreads. waiting for business hours. improved the property management predictive insights that help landscape, it is not a replacement for farmers act before issues escalate. Moreover, data analytics capabilities Landlords, too, gain improved human interaction. Rather, it augments within these platforms provide insights the role of property managers—allowing them to spend 018 018 019 019 0# 0# www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

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Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries Driving Innovation and Growth Giftreeng Innovations & Agritech Pvt. Ltd. Designing the Future of Indoor Gardening iftreeng Innovations & greenery, the company is building light placement for growth, Giftreeng's Agritech Pvt. Ltd. is intelligent, easy-to-use products that systems are designed to minimize G pioneering a refreshing make plant care more intuitive. The resource waste and encourage mindful approach to modern plant care. At the goal is not only to beautify spaces but plant care. intersection of technology and nature, also to promote physical and emotional Giftreeng brings a unique well-being by helping people connect Through their flagship GIA Smart Pot vision—making plant parenting easy, more deeply with nature. and upcoming solutions, Giftreeng is joyful, and deeply rewarding for setting new benchmarks in smart everyone, regardless of their expertise Through their smart pot systems and horticulture, making sustainable living in gardening. The company's core companion digital tools, Giftreeng not only achievable but also attractive philosophy centers on leveraging smart enables users to monitor, nourish, and and effortless. technologies to simplify how people grow plants with confidence—even if Delhi, his entrepreneurial drive led to grow and care for plants, especially in they lack gardening experience. The The People Behind the Innovation the inception of Giftreeng. Aman's urban environments where traditional integration of data-driven insights and vision is simple yet gardening can be difficult to maintain. user-friendly designs ensures that Giftreeng's growth is powered by a profound—redefine the bond between diverse and dedicated team, each every plant receives the care it needs, people and plants using smart, Driven by innovation, sustainability, and every user experiences the joy of a member bringing unique expertise to accessible products that turn Prabhat Rajput – Chief Marketing and a passion for green living, thriving green companion. the table. Their combined backgrounds houseplants into cherished Officer (CMO) Technology Giftreeng is crafting a future where in technology, biology, design, companions. doesn't replace digital tools empower individuals to Innovation Meets Sustainability business, and customer engagement Prabhat drives Giftreeng's brand nature—it helps cultivate their own green spaces—be it fuel the company's creative energy and Kanchan Kanti Pal – Co-founder & strategy and customer outreach. With a in homes, offices, or shared community At the heart of Giftreeng's approach sharp execution. TechMaestro Chief background in electronics engineering us understand, areas. lies a strong commitment to and product marketing, he excels at nurture, and sustainability. The company utilizes Aman Birendra Jaiswal – Founder Kanchan is the technological backbone bridging the gap between technical live in harmony A Mission Rooted in Green Living eco-friendly materials in product & PlantDaddy Chief of Giftreeng. His proficiency in IoT, innovation and market relevance. design, adopts responsible sourcing electronics, and product design fuels with it. Giftreeng's mission is straightforward practices, and encourages thoughtful With roots in journalism, graphic the company's innovation engine. With Mirza Tarique Beg – Chief yet impactful: to transform how people consumption through technology- design, and technology, Aman brings a a hands-on approach to solving Operating Officer (COO) engage with plants. With a belief that enabled solutions. Whether it's multidimensional perspective to problems, Kanchan ensures that every every individual should be able to conserving water, optimizing soil Giftreeng. A dropout from mechanical product is as functional as it is Mirza ensures that Giftreeng's day-to- enjoy the benefits of nurturing conditions, or recommending the best engineering and an alumnus of IIT futuristic. day operations align with the broader 022 023 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

vision. Drawing from his expertise in insights to create clean, accessible, and project and traffic management elegant interfaces. systems, he keeps execution seamless and efficient. Anand Prajapati – Software Lead Shivangi Yadav – Head of Research Anand leads the software development (Biotech) efforts, integrating smart features and ensuring stable connectivity. His work With a specialization in plant biology bridges hardware with software, and biotechnology, Shivangi leads powering the intelligence behind the scientific research that informs product ecosystem. Giftreeng's product design. Her work ensures that every innovation supports Priyanshu Priya – Client Relations better plant health and ecological balance. Priyanshu manages customer engagement and support. She is the Rishabh B. Jaiswal – Chief Financial voice of the customer within Giftreeng, Officer (CFO) building long-term relationships and ensuring that every interaction reflects Rishabh manages Giftreeng's financial the company's care-driven ethos. roadmap. His background in business administration and project Akash Mani – Procurement management allows him to balance growth and sustainability, ensuring the Akash oversees sourcing and vendor company remains financially sound relations, ensuring that materials and while scaling its innovations. components are procured responsibly and cost-effectively to support production and scale. Ritik A. Shukla – Operations Lead Nandani Purwar – Human Ritik focuses on execution. With skills in embedded systems and planning, he Resources plays a key role in transforming blueprints into real-world outcomes by Nandani fosters the culture within At Giftreeng, Giftreeng. She leads recruitment, team streamlining processes and coordinating across departments. development, and workplace well- we believe that empowered to bring nature into their being, making sure that internal lives, learn more about the plants they plant care Harshit Jaiswal – Product Lead alignment matches external growth. care for, and do it all with minimal should be environmental impact. By removing Harshit is responsible for refining and Kanika Ramola – Business the guesswork and frustration that delivering Giftreeng's core products. Development intuitive, joyful, often come with plant care, Giftreeng His technical know-how in IoT and and accessible encourages people to form lasting electronics ensures that the smart pots Kanika expands Giftreeng's market relationships with their leafy are not only high-performing but also presence through partnerships and to everyone, companions. user-friendly. outreach. Her efforts help the company not just Looking Ahead As sustainability becomes a global reach new customer segments and priority, Giftreeng stands ready to The integration of real-time plant Ayushi Singh – Product Design unlock growth opportunities in allied seasoned Giftreeng's roadmap is filled with support individuals and communities in monitoring, care recommendations, sectors. promise. As they continue to innovate, their pursuit of greener, healthier and simplified interfaces means that gardeners. Ayushi shapes the physical experience the company is exploring partnerships, lifestyles—one smart pot at a time. even first-time plant parents can of Giftreeng's products. With a Beyond Products: A Movement for expanding product offerings, and succeed and enjoy the journey. background in electronics and Greener Living deepening the role of AI and IoT in Whether someone lives in a high-rise communication engineering, she smart gardening. With every update, apartment or a shared workspace, blends design thinking with technical Giftreeng is not just selling smart they reaffirm their belief: technology Giftreeng's solutions fit in seamlessly pots—it's nurturing a movement. A can make nature more accessible and serve as a daily reminder of the movement where people feel without replacing it. calming power of green spaces. 024 025 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

Feeding Cities from Within The Rise of Vertical s the world's population farms rely on a combination of LED • Technological Maturity: continues to swell and urban lighting, hydroponic or aeroponic Innovations in AI, machine A spaces grow denser, the systems, and tightly regulated climate learning, IoT, and energy- question of how to sustainably feed controls to create the perfect growing efficient lighting have made billions becomes more urgent than conditions for crops. vertical farming more viable and ever. Traditional scalable than ever before. agriculture—dependent on vast tracts This tech-enabled approach allows • Consumer Demand: With farmers to produce food using up to growing awareness about food of land, predictable weather patterns, and long supply chains—is being 90% less water, zero pesticides, and safety, sustainability, and nutrition, significantly less land than traditional urban consumers are demanding pushed to its limits. Enter vertical farming: a revolutionary approach agriculture. It also eliminates the need fresher, locally grown, and that's reshaping how, where, and when for long-haul transportation, reducing pesticide-free produce. we grow food. the carbon footprint and preserving nutritional value. Inside a Vertical Farm Vertical farming is not just an agricultural trend—it's a response to Why Now? Walking into a vertical farm feels more one of the most pressing challenges of like entering a science lab than a The rise of vertical farming isn't traditional farm. Stacks of leafy greens our time: feeding urban populations coincidental—it's the result of without exhausting natural resources. stretch upward under a purplish glow By turning farming on its head—quite intersecting global trends: of specialized LED lights. Sensors literally—this method stacks crops in monitor humidity, CO₂ levels, nutrient controlled, indoor environments, often • Urbanization: By 2050, nearly flow, and plant health in real time. 70% of the world's population will within urban centers themselves. The Some facilities are so advanced that result? Fresh produce grown right live in urban areas. The proximity robotic arms harvest the crops, and AI of vertical farms to these where it's consumed, all year round. systems optimize growth cycles by populations shortens the supply learning from plant behavior. chain and boosts food security. What Is Vertical Farming? • Climate Volatility: Unpredictable While leafy greens and herbs are the weather, droughts, and pests make At its core, vertical farming is the most commonly grown crops due to practice of growing crops in vertically traditional farming increasingly their short growth cycles and high vulnerable. Vertical farms operate stacked layers, often integrated into value, the technology is rapidly buildings like warehouses, shipping independently of external climate evolving to support fruiting crops like conditions, offering consistency containers, or repurposed office spaces. strawberries, tomatoes, and even Instead of sunlight and soil, vertical and reliability. mushrooms. 026 027 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

Urban Benefits and Global Potential A Glimpse Into the Future The future of vertical farming is Vertical farming's most significant promise lies in its ability to promising—and likely hybrid. Some decentralize food production. By envision multi-use buildings where placing farms inside or near urban residences, offices, and farms coexist. centers, cities can become self-reliant Others see the rise of automated, solar- in producing a portion of their food. powered vertical farms operated This not only reduces the burden on remotely, supplying hyper-local rural farmland but also creates local produce to urban neighborhoods. jobs, revitalizes underutilized real estate, and reduces dependence on Companies like AeroFarms, Infarm, global food supply chains. and Plenty are already making waves globally, backed by millions in For megacities with limited access to investment and partnerships with major arable land—think Singapore, Tokyo, grocery retailers. Governments are or Dubai—vertical farming isn't a beginning to explore policy incentives luxury; it's a necessity. Countries with and green infrastructure integration to extreme climates or geopolitical support vertical farming in urban limitations on agriculture are investing planning. heavily in the model to secure food sovereignty. Conclusion Challenges on the Climb Up Vertical farming represents a bold rethinking of our food systems. It's not Despite its promise, vertical farming here to replace traditional agriculture isn't without challenges. entirely, but to complement it where conventional methods fall short. In • High Energy Consumption: LED doing so, it has the power to transform lights, HVAC systems, and how cities nourish themselves, how we automation tools require value local food, and how technology significant energy, raising and sustainability can work hand-in- concerns about sustainability hand. unless renewable energy sources are used. Feeding cities from within is no longer • Initial Costs: Setting up a vertical a futuristic idea—it's taking root in the farm is capital-intensive. While now. And as vertical farming continues long-term operational costs can be to climb, it may just reshape the future optimized, the barrier to entry of food, one stack at a time. remains high. • Crop Limitations: Vertical farming is currently more suited to specific crops—mainly leafy greens and herbs. Scaling to staples like grains and root vegetables is still a technological hurdle. • Market Competition: Competing with traditional agriculture on price remains difficult. For vertical farming to succeed commercially, efficiency and yield improvements must continue to accelerate. 028 029 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

AI may power the machines, but it’s human insight that will harvest the future of agriculture.

Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries Driving Innovation and Growth Shunya Agritech Reinventing Animal Nutrition for India's Dairy Farmers ndia's dairy sector supports the fertility and shorter animal lifespans — modern, sustainable, and affordable livelihood of millions of rural both indicators of chronic solution. I households and contributes undernutrition. significantly to the country's Hydroponics: Powering the Future agricultural GDP. Yet, this vital The core issue? A significant gap in the of Fodder industry continues to face one of its availability and balance of cattle feed. most pressing challenges — Optimal livestock nutrition requires a Shunya has adopted hydroponic suboptimal animal nutrition. Shunya combination of green fodder (for farming as the backbone of its Agritech, a forward-thinking startup, essential nutrients), dry fodder (for solution. This soil-less cultivation is on a mission to change that. fiber and fullness), and targeted method uses nutrient-rich water and supplementation (to fill specific gaps). minimal physical space to produce With a clear focus on delivering Unfortunately, in most Indian regions, fresh, digestible fodder at scale. By accessible, high-quality green fodder farmers struggle to secure even one or combining hydroponics with vertical To bring their vision to life, Shunya year-round, Shunya is redefining how two of these consistently, let alone all farming, Shunya can produce 100 has developed custom-built Growth Indian dairy farmers access and three in the right proportions. times more output per square foot & Logistics Centers (GLCs). These consume animal feed. Through the compared to conventional methods — centers act as decentralized innovative use of hydroponics, The Decline of Green Fodder: A and with far less water. production hubs, each covering a technology, and last-mile delivery, Growing Concern or subscribe to regular fodder defined Micro Service Market Shunya is building a reliable Unlike traditional hydroponic systems deliveries. This makes fodder access as (MSM) — an area with approximately ecosystem where livestock nutrition is Historically, farmers would allocate designed for horticulture, fodder-based easy and seamless as ordering 20,000 cattle animals within a 10- no longer a seasonal or logistical part of their land to grow green fodder. hydroponics is simpler and more cost- At Shunya, we groceries. kilometer radius. struggle but a dependable and scalable But today, marginal landholdings, efficient. There's no need to simulate believe better service. water scarcity, reduced labor sunlight artificially or rely on high-cost URJA, VIDHI, and GRANTH: The Each GLC operates in a controlled availability, and destruction from stray labor. Instead, the focus is on fodder leads to Tech Stack Behind Shunya environment where temperature, The Problem Shunya Aims to Solve optimizing seed sprouting, moisture animals have made this increasingly healthier animals, humidity, and other conditions are control, and consistent yield. impractical. Many farmers are forced and healthier At the heart of Shunya's operational carefully monitored to ensure India may lead the world in cattle to compromise with imbalanced diets excellence lies a robust, integrated animals lead to uninterrupted production, 365 days a population and milk output, but its per- for their cattle, resulting in lower milk The result is a chemical-free, highly technology ecosystem: year. This model ensures that fresh animal milk yield lags far behind production and declining animal health nutritious green feed that cattle can better lives for fodder is always available close to global standards. On average, Indian over time. consume in its entirety — root, stem, farmers. • URJA: The IoT backbone of where it's needed, minimizing transport cattle produce only about 4 liters of and leaf — with zero waste. Shunya's GLCs, URJA monitors costs and time delays. milk per day, compared to the global This is the urgent issue Shunya is key parameters such as average of nearly 8 liters. In parallel, addressing — bringing green fodder Growth & Logistics Centers (GLCs): temperature, humidity, moisture, Farmers within the MSM can use farmers are seeing reduced cattle back into the mainstream through a Local Production, Local Impact and growth trends. It ensures each Shunya's mobile app to place orders 032 033 www.businessmindsmedia.com www.businessmindsmedia.com

• batch of fodder is grown in optimal conditions. • VIDHI: A dynamic, app-based operating procedure system that guides GLC workers through daily tasks. VIDHI evolves with time, learning from past processes and improving workflow efficiency. • GRANTH: A centralized command and control center where data from every GLC is collected, visualized, and analyzed through real-time dashboards. GRANTH gives Shunya a birds- eye view of operations while enabling micro-level intervention when required. • This technology integration ensures high output, minimal wastage, and quality consistency, while keeping Empowering Rural India, One Farm Brahmagupta, Shunya laid the operations lean and scalable. at a Time foundation for modern arithmetic and digital systems. Beyond Fodder: Supporting Animal What makes Shunya unique is its sharp Wellness focus on serving small and marginal Shunya Agritech draws inspiration farmers — those who typically from this philosophy. Much like zero, Shunya is not just about feeding struggle the most with input costs, which amplifies value when added to animals — it's about nurturing their logistics, and access to expert care. By other numbers, the company's mission overall well-being. The startup is offering affordable fodder sachets and is to add transformative value to the committed to offering end-to-end building village-level Hydroponic lives of farmers and their animals, animal wellness solutions, which Fodder Centers, Shunya is creating starting from a place of simplicity, include: employment, reducing dependency on purpose, and clarity. erratic supply chains, and restoring • Affordable access to on-demand balance to livestock nutrition. The Road Ahead veterinary care • Personalized feeding The company's subscription model and Shunya Agritech is not just solving a recommendations based on animal mobile-first approach are tailored to logistical problem; it's redefining lifecycle the realities of rural India, making it animal nutrition and farm economics. • Seamless delivery of feed through easy for farmers to order, track, and With its combination of advanced the app receive deliveries with minimal agriculture, technology, and rural • Ongoing education and support for friction. outreach, the startup aims to become farmers to improve livestock care the go-to source for dependable, Why the Name “Shunya”? sustainable, and intelligent livestock This holistic approach ensures that nutrition across India. animals are not just surviving but The word Shunya comes from thriving, leading to better productivity, Sanskrit, meaning “nothingness.” Far As the dairy industry continues to healthier livestock, and higher incomes from being empty, this concept evolve, Shunya is positioning itself not for farmers. symbolizes potential — the starting just as a service provider but as a point of everything. As introduced by partner in progress for India's rural ancient Indian mathematician economy. 034 www.businessmindsmedia.com

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Top 10 AgriTech Visionaries Driving Innovation and Growth

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